Position: Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home
Location: Bradford BD14
Salary: £32,000 - £36,000 per annum (plus £50 per sleep-in)
Hours: 40 hours per week, full-time, (Monday- Friday) with flexibility for rota cover including sleep-ins
About the Role
P4 is working with a well-established and growing provider of children's residential care is seeking an experienced and passionate Deputy Manager to support the effective running of a 3-bed therapeutic children's home for young people aged 10-18 who have experienced trauma, abuse, and neglect.
This role is ideal for someone with strong leadership skills and a trauma-informed approach, who is committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable young people. Working closely with the Registered Manager, the Deputy Manager will support the day-to-day running of the home, develop the care team, and ensure a nurturing and safe environment for the young people.
Key Responsibilities, Leadership & Management
- Deputise for the Home Manager during absence, ensuring continuity of care and operational stability.
- Support the implementation of the home's Statement of Purpose and ensure the service aligns with relevant legislation and Quality Standards.
- Promote a culture of empathy, reflection, and resilience in line with trauma-informed approaches (PACE).
- Lead staff during shifts, providing supervision, guidance, and development to residential care workers.
- Participate in the on-call rota and help establish a robust support system for the care team.
Child-Centred Practice
- Engage directly with young people, supporting their emotional and behavioural development.
- Contribute to and review care plans, risk assessments, and placement documents.
- Attend professional meetings and advocate on behalf of young people.
- Promote independence and life skills, including budgeting, self-care, and healthy routines.
- Monitor and support safeguarding procedures and ensure all incidents are recorded and acted upon appropriately.
Staff Support & Development
- Provide formal and informal supervision, coaching, and mentoring to the care team.
- Promote high standards of practice and professionalism across the home.
- Chair team meetings and contribute to staff training and performance development.
- Assist in recruitment, induction, and probation reviews.
Operational Duties
- Oversee daily rotas, shift planning, and staff deployment.
- Support with audits (including Regulation 45), inspections, and quality assurance.
- Ensure all financial and administrative procedures are followed.
- Assist with action plans, compliance, and home development goals.
Health & Safety
- Implement and monitor Health & Safety and Fire Safety procedures.
- Complete risk assessments and ensure safe practice across the home.
Person Specification, Essential
- Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
- At least 2 years' experience in a children's residential setting
- Experience supporting or leading shifts
- Strong understanding of safeguarding, trauma, and child development
- Effective communication, leadership, and organisational skills
- Flexible, empathetic, and resilient character
Desirable
- Level 5 Leadership & Management (or working towards)
- Supervision and performance management experience
- Driving licence
- Knowledge of Ofsted requirements and Quality Standards